When does the Peace Pilgrimage 2026 take place?

The Peace Pilgrimage takes place on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The gathering of pilgrims is expected to begin at 4:45 PM.

Where does the Peace Pilgrimage start?

The joint way traditionally begins at the town square in Bogen and leads up to the pilgrimage church on the Bogenberg.

What can participants expect?

The event includes a silent pilgrimage to the pilgrimage church as well as a peace meditation with intercessions for peace in the world.

Who is allowed to participate?

Believers from the deanery of Straubing-Bogen and beyond, as well as all interested people, are invited to the Peace Pilgrimage.

Is participation free?

Yes, participation in the Peace Pilgrimage is free of charge.

Where does the meditation take place?

The peace meditation takes place in the pilgrimage church Bogenberg, Bogenberg 10, 94327 Bogen.

Peace Pilgrimage Bogenberg Bogen 2026

Name: Peace Pilgrimage to the Bogenberg
Start: 2026-10-11T16:45:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-11T18:30:00+02:00
Location: Wallfahrtskirche Bogenberg

Peace Pilgrimage to the Bogenberg: Together for Peace and Freedom

When people come together in silent prayer, a personal concern transforms into a shared experience of faith. The Peace Pilgrimage to the Bogenberg invites you on Sunday, October 11, 2026, to set a sign for peace, freedom, and the connectedness of all people.

Silent Pilgrimage with Spiritual Depth

The pilgrimage traditionally begins with the gathering of participants at the town square in Bogen. From there, the collective journey takes place in a calm atmosphere up to the pilgrimage church on the Bogenberg. Walking, praying, and the outer movement merge into a religious experience that creates space for reflection and personal concerns.

Prayer for Peace in the World

At the pilgrimage church, a peace meditation follows with intercessions for peace in the world. The focus is on the plea for protection from war and unfreedom, as well as the hope for reconciliation, humanity, and peaceful coexistence. Peace lights are part of the special symbolic character of the event.

A Pilgrimage with a Long Tradition

The Peace Pilgrimage continues the former homecoming pilgrimage that was established in 1952. Since 2008, it has been jointly supported by the parish of Bogenberg, the city of Bogen, the district of Straubing-Bogen, the deanery of Straubing-Bogen, and the Protestant community. The Bogenberg is considered the oldest Marian pilgrimage site in Bavaria and has been the destination of numerous pilgrim paths for centuries.

Official Channels

Reliable information about the Peace Pilgrimage and other pilgrimages is provided by the parish of Bogenberg together with the city of Bogen. Believers from the deanery of Straubing-Bogen and beyond, as well as all people who feel connected to the cause of peace, are invited.

The Peace Pilgrimage offers its visitors a dignified atmosphere, communal prayer, and a visible sign of hope. Experience this special path of faith live on the Bogenberg and together with others set a sign for peace and freedom.